COTTAGE CHEESE PASTA WITH TOMATOES, SCALLIONS AND CURRANTS
Satisfying the same creamy urge as mac and cheese, noodles with cottage cheese is a comforting Eastern European staple that's sometimes topped with golden fried onions and a dusting of black pepper and cinnamon. This version trades caramelized onions for slivers of sharp raw scallion to contrast with the richness of the cottage cheese, which melts into a sauce upon contact with the hot pasta. The currants lean into the cinnamon's sweetness, while halved cherry tomatoes and mint make the dish juicy and fresh. It's an unusual take on the original dish that's easy to riff on - feel free to add or leave out ingredients to make it your own.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, pastas, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Put currants in a small bowl and ladle a little of the boiling water over them to cover. Let soak for 10 minutes, then drain.
- Meanwhile, salt the remaining water in the pot. When it returns to a boil, add pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 1 minute less than the package directs. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
- In a large serving bowl, combine scallions, tomatoes, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- When the currants are soaked, add them to the bowl with the tomatoes and toss to combine. Stir in 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Add pasta to the serving bowl, along with cottage cheese, pepper and a few splashes of reserved pasta water (about 1/4 cup), and toss until evenly coated. If pasta looks dry, add a little more pasta cooking water, a tablespoon at a time. Stir in herbs. Taste, and add more salt and lemon, if needed.
- To serve, top with a dusting of ground cinnamon (if you like), flaky salt, a lot of black pepper, and more olive oil and herbs. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.
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Dylan Harman
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so good.
Manou Matilde
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up fresh herbs from my garden.
John Richard
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and delicious.
Umer farooq 864
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for meal prep. I made a big batch on Sunday and ate it all week.
Muhammad Rohail
[email protected]I'm vegetarian, so I used crumbled tofu instead of cottage cheese.
Kashee Slkhaskheli
[email protected]I added some grilled chicken to this dish for a protein boost.
Ali Sameh
[email protected]I'm allergic to tomatoes, so I substituted them with roasted red peppers. It turned out great!
Mekayla Sealie
[email protected]I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I expected.
Rhonda Price
[email protected]This recipe was too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.
rems b
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish turned out bland. Maybe I didn't use enough salt?
Md Adil Hussain
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
linda nkosi
[email protected]I love the vibrant colors in this dish. It's so visually appealing.
ASH
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's going into my regular rotation.
Tehmina Khan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cottage cheese, but this dish changed my mind. It's so delicious!
Mali walker
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Christina Torres
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cottage cheese.
Sumi Lawati
[email protected]I was skeptical about using cottage cheese in a pasta dish, but I was pleasantly surprised by the results. It's creamy and tangy, and it pairs perfectly with the other ingredients.
Prince Bikkee
[email protected]The addition of currants is a genius touch. They add a subtle sweetness and texture that takes this dish to the next level.
M.S. Mahfoz
[email protected]I love how simple yet flavorful this recipe is. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Raphael Mwechanya
[email protected]This cottage cheese pasta is a delightful dish! The combination of tangy cheese, sweet tomatoes, savory scallions, and plump currants creates a symphony of flavors in every bite.